Cincinnati Reds shortstop Elly De La Cruz and Seattle Mariners reliever Trent Thornton experienced heat-related health issues during games on a scorching day when temperatures soared into the 90s. De La Cruz vomited on the field but continued to play and achieved a notable home run. In contrast, Thornton required assistance off the field. Additionally, umpire Chad Whitson dealt with dehydration. The heat wave impacted the games significantly, prompting concerns from managers and raising awareness about players' health in extreme conditions.
Seattle Mariners manager Dan Wilson noted, 'It was a scary moment, for sure. He battled hard. But just really glad that he's feeling a little bit better now and should be OK.'
Reds manager Terry Francona observed De La Cruz, stating, 'I mean a bunch [of water], and then he went right out and got rid of it.'
The extreme heat affected players and officials alike, with umpires falling ill, as noted by Wilson: 'The heat was a real thing today, for sure.'
A Major League Baseball spokesman confirmed umpire Chad Whitson 'was had recovered by Saturday night and had been cleared to work third base for the series finale on Sunday.'
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